According to the Text, Desi Men's Performance of an "Authentic

question 3

Multiple Choice

According to the text, desi men's performance of an "authentic" Indian marriageable identity:

• A) does not conflict with their performance at dance clubs because they consult with their elders about expectations.
• B) includes adopting the look, dress, and language of U.S.-based "gangstas."
• C) includes consulting a marriage broker because all of these marriages are arranged.
• D) includes working toward a career that will support a wife and family.
• E) includes trying to blend into mainstream U.S. culture.

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Definitions:

Solution-focused Brief Therapy

A short-term goal-focused therapeutic approach that helps clients change by constructing solutions rather than dwelling on problems.

Transference and Countertransference

Psychological phenomena in therapy where the patient projects feelings about others onto the therapist (transference) and the therapist projects feelings onto the patient (countertransference).

Reality Therapy

A therapeutic approach focusing on addressing present issues and choosing behaviors to solve problems effectively.

Cognitive Restructuring

A psychotherapeutic process of identifying and challenging negative and irrational thoughts, and replacing them with more balanced and positive ones.